Darjeeling Monteviot 1st Flush / Apolis Craft Tea

Please note Apolis Teas are in biodegradable pyramid tea bags (not loose leaf) unless otherwise specified. 

A word from the creators:

"Apolis Tea is us: Audrey & Alex. We first met in Alaska 15 years ago, where we both grew up. We both liked adventure and the look of each other. Thirteen years and a couple of kids later we started Apolis Tea. During our combined 25 years in the tea industry, we’ve learned a lot about tea. We’ve also learned the importance of developing long-term relationships you can rely on. This means we have some old-fashioned ideas about being prompt, available, and reliable. Every business has a reason for being, a purpose that guides its decisions and ultimately defines it. Ours is craftsmanship. Our craft is in the art of blending and the science of sourcing teas and ingredients. Our producers are craftsmen and women as well; together, we work to create noteworthy teas you will get excited about. The history of tea is as much about innovation as it is about tradition. We are always looking for new ingredients and sourcing from producers who work with interesting cultivars and use biodynamic or organic farming techniques. We promise that every tea holds true to tradition but also brings a little something special." A + A

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Jars contain 15 biodegradable pyramid tea bags and are powder coated glass mason jar.

Darjeeling Monteviot 1st Flush

Origin:  Kurseong, West Bengal, Darjeeling, India
Flavor:  lilac, herbs, fruity

Darjeeling teas can be tricky - they've been around for so long, you need to represent that "classic" flavor but you still want something interesting in the cup.  This first flush from the Monteviot Estate is a show-stopper.  It has a light body and mild astringency with a warm, familiar flavor (fruit, Muscato grape) but what makes the cup really shine is a distinct lilac aroma and flavor.

The Monteviot Estate was established in 1856, making it one of the oldest tea gardens in Darjeeling.  It is also one of the smallest and therefore specializes in producing high-grade, hand-picked teas.  This estate produces organic teas and has a strong social commitment to their employees.

INGREDIENTS: organic black tea

CAFFEINE: High. Black teas typically range from 40-80 mg of caffeine per cup. For comparison, coffee ranges from 80-120 mg per cup.